In November 2024, our founder, Brandie Cabasquini, was trying to think of a way to continue doing what she loves. Brandie is an educator, gardener, environmentalist and farmer at heart. As the movie “The Pursuit of Happiness” ended, something was said that struck a cord in her heart. All of a sudden she knew, and shouted out, “I’m going to start a non-profit that teaches children how to grow their own food!”

Brandie took some time to talk with a few trusted friends and advisors, create some idea mapping and do research. Board members were contemplated and asked if they were interested in being a part of this new organization. After all that on January 6, 2025, IMAGINE Youth a Non-Profit Organization of New Jersey, was created.